Pool Rules

Pool Rules,

Pool Rules and Guidelines

Code of Conduct

Members of any users shall abide by all State, County, Village, and Park District rules and regulations and shall conduct themselves in a safe, considerate, and reasonable manner so as not cause disturbance or to damage equipment and property. Members or any users will display respect, consideration and courtesy to all members, users, staff, and Pavilion property. The Park District reserves the right to discontinue an individual's use or membership because of disruptive or unsafe behavior within the building.

Pavilion Aquatics Center Rules

  • Street shoes, food, and glass are not allowed on the pool decks.
  • A swimsuit is required to enter (unlined and cutoff shorts or are not allowed)
  • Children under 10 must be accompanied by a paying adult 16 years of age or older at all times.
  • Children under 5 must have a paying adult 16 years of age or older in the water with them at all times.
  • Must be 18 years of age to use the whirlpool and steam room.
  • Flotation devices must be US Coast Guard approved.
  • Children who are not toilet trained must wear tight fitting plastic pants or a swim diaper. (These items can be purchased at the pool office.)
  • Must be 43" tall to ride slide.
  • Lap lanes are reserved for people swimming continuous laps.
  • Staff reserves the right to alter, add or revise all facility rules at their discretion.

Pool Rules (Indoor/Outdoor)

  • Lap lanes are reserved for people swimming continuous laps.
  • Starting blocks are for swim team only.
  • Kick boards and pull buoys are for lap swimmer use only.
  • Diving is only permitted in the diving well.
  • No horseplay, pushing, shoving, dunking, or wrestling allowed.
  • Chicken fights, piggy back rides, standing on other swimmers is not allowed.
  • Food and drinks must remain in designated eating areas.

Lagoon Rules

  • Diving is not allowed.
  • Roped area at bottom of slide is designated for slide riders only.
  • Please park strollers by the whirlpool wall with the brakes on.
  • Toys must be kept below the height of the water features.
  • Do not climb on the water features.
  • Do not touch the basketball rim or net.

Slide Rules

  • The slide attendant will direct patrons as to when they may go down the slide.
  • Must be a proficient swimmer and at least 43 inches tall to ride slide.
  • Rider ahead must be off slide for next person to ride.
  • All riders must enter and exit slide on backside, feet first only. Standing, stopping, sliding down head first, and diving from the end of the slide are strictly prohibited.
  • Only one person allowed on the slide at a time. Chain or double riding and catching of swimmers at bottom of slide is not permitted.
  • Flotation devices and toys are not allowed on slide.
  • Rider cannot wear glasses or goggles.
  • When riding the slide, please exit roped area immediately.

Whirlpool and Steam Room Rules

  • Elderly persons, pregnant women, persons using prescription medications, and persons suffering from high blood pressure should consult with a physician before using the whirlpool or steam room.
  • Patrons under the age of 18 are not permitted to use the whirlpool or steam room.
  • The whirlpool and steam room are not protected by a lifeguard.
  • No person should spend more than 15 minutes in the whirlpool or steam room during one session.
  • Individuals under the influence of alcohol or drugs shall not use the whirlpool or steam room.
  • Jewelry should not be worn in the whirlpool or steam room.
  • All persons are strongly encouraged to take a shower before entering the whirlpool or steam room.
  • Maximum number of people in the whirlpool should not exceed 12.
  • The whirlpool is monitored by a closed circuit T.V. This is not a substitute for supervision.
  • An emergency phone is located outside the whirlpool door.